Planning a trip to Europe? Here is a list of countries that granted the most Schengen visas

If you are planning a trip to Europe this year, there is good news for you. According to recent research, there are a couple of European countries that have been very generous in granting Schengen visas. For the unversed, Schengen visa is the gateway to Europe which offers the freedom to travel within the Schengen zone. The idea is that the traveler does not need separate visas for each country.

France happens to be at the top with issuing over three crore visas, which is then  followed by Germany in second place with over two crore.

If you are planning a trip to Europe, here is a list of countries that issue the maximum number of Schengen visas.

France: 3,02,53,370

Over the last 13 years, France has accounted for 23.9 per cent of all visas issued on the list. It is world famous for being a romantic destination. Cobbled town centers, castles and churches galore, France's rich cultural heritage goes back centuries.

Germany: 2,09,41,303

Germany bags the second spot in the list. Germany’s multitude of regional identities offers a plethora of distinct experiences. It offers beautiful scenery, great architecture, lively festivals, great culinary experience, and much more. 

Italy: 1,93,59,244

From cozy islands to metropolitan cities, Italy is a travel gem. Apart from this it also offers a great culinary experience. If you are planning a trip to Italy, make sure you stay a night at the beautiful Sicilian pallazos. 

Spain: 1,74,42,568

Spain happens to be the world’s second-most visited country. The country is bursting with beloved cities, stunning nature, and fascinating culture. Every corner of Spain is unique in its own way.

Finland: 1,12,34,436

Finland, also the happiest country in the world, is home to thousands of lakes with the backdrop of beautiful forest-covered hills and valleys. There is untouched and exotic nature, snow-capped mountains and trees, and the spectacular aurora borealis, commonly called the Northern lights.